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Delta SkyMiles Members can now earn miles with Uber and Uber Eats

Source: Delta Airlines From road to runway, getting to your destination just got more rewarding. Starting this week, SkyMiles Members can visit delta.com/uber to link their SkyMiles and Uber accounts and automatically earn miles on eligible rides and orders. The wait is over – starting this week, SkyMiles Members and Uber customers in the U.S. can visit delta.com/uber to link their accounts and start earning miles. First, SkyMiles Members who joined the Uber waitlist have exclusive early-access to begin linking their accounts beginning today, April 22. All other customers can link their accounts beginning April 24. Once linked, Members will automatically earn: 3 miles per eligible dollar spent on Uber Reserve trips 2 miles per eligible dollar spent on premium [...]

2025-04-25T16:46:27+03:00April 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Boarding soon: American Airlines continues to make boarding stress-free, just in time for summer travel

Source: American Airlines Summer travel heats up soon, and American is focused on making the airport experience even simpler and more straightforward. Starting May 1, American will refine the boarding process by updating boarding groups and adding an additional five minutes of boarding time. Updated groups for easier preboarding American will preboard First and Business customers, along with those who need additional time before beginning to board by group, including families with children ages 2 and under. AAdvantage®status members keep the same group they use today when traveling in Main Cabin. More time, less stress In February, American announced it was adding five additional minutes of boarding time to domestic mainline flights beginning May 1. Slightly more time coupled with [...]

2025-04-25T17:38:53+03:00April 25th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Air Canada Realigns Senior Executive Responsibilities

Source: Air Canada Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Rousseau has announced the realignment of certain senior executive management responsibilities at the airline. The changes are designed to capitalize on cross functional capabilities within the senior executive team and will be effective May 1, 2025. "Air Canada is now well underway with its New Frontiers strategy and in support of our growth program, which will accelerate as new aircraft begin arriving late in 2025, we are realigning certain senior executive functions. These changes will reinforce our management structure by promoting cross-functional capabilities among our senior executives, adding to the resiliency of our already very strong senior leadership team," said Mr. Rousseau. The changes, effective May 1, 2025: Craig [...]

2025-04-23T18:00:41+03:00April 24th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines celebrates renewed partnership with National Park Foundation during Earth Month

Source: American Airlines Living Green members supported environmental conservation efforts by clearing trails and marking delineations at Joshua Tree National Park earlier this year. American Airlines is proud to renew its partnership with the National Park Foundation (NPF), reinforcing its dedication to preserving America’s national parks and encouraging exploration of the country’s iconic natural wonders, historic sites and cultural treasures. As NPF’s first official airline partner, American helps connect travelers with the beauty and history of America’s parks. American’s Living Green Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG), formed in 2012, is another key part of the airline’s sustainability efforts. With nearly 1,900 team members across 10 global chapters, Living Green focuses on reducing environmental impact and supporting conservation initiatives at American. [...]

2025-04-23T19:13:43+03:00April 24th, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines co-locate at Terminal 8 at John F. Kennedy International Airport, bringing oneworld carriers at T8 to 10

Source: American Airlines American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are streamlining the connecting traveler’s journey at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as Alaska and Hawaiian officially move their operations to Terminal 8 in 2025. The strategic move starts today with Hawaiian kicking off operations of its daily flight from JFK to Honolulu (HNL) out of Terminal 8. Both Alaska and Hawaiian expect to fully move their operations to Terminal 8 by October, including moving their gates, ticket counters and other guest services. With the addition of Alaska, Terminal 8 will be home to 10 oneworld® carriers. “We are thrilled to welcome our West Coast International Alliance and oneworld® partner, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines to Terminal 8,” said [...]

2025-04-22T20:51:01+03:00April 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Hopper and Frontier Airlines Announce New Distribution Capability Partnership, Enhancing Content Across Hopper Platform

Source: Frontier Airlines Hopper continues to reinforce commitment to NDC with the addition of Frontier Airlines Hopper, the global travel platform, has announced its New Distribution Capability partnership with ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines . The integration, which is now live, gives Hopper users and its HTS (Hopper Technology Solutions) partners access to the best available published fares, content bundles, and ancillary pricing – including bags and seats. Frontier content bundles that are now available across Hopper and HTS partners, give travelers more choice and flexibility to choose a fare that includes the amenities that most matter to them when they fly. Hopper's world-class shopping display and merchandising empowers travelers by helping them understand the value of what is included [...]

2025-04-22T21:09:30+03:00April 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet strengthens domestic schedule with three new routes and added capacity for summer 2025

Source: WestJet New routes unite Canadian communities, boost East Coast links to Europe WestJet has announced a major expansion of its domestic network with new non-stop service between Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) and three Canadian cities for summer 2025. The expansion includes all-new non-stop service from Saskatoon and Regina and the return of flying between Vancouver and Halifax. In addition, new flights between Winnipeg and St. John's have been added to the extensive summer schedule. WestJet is also increasing frequency on its popular Halifax routes from Winnipeg and Edmonton, as well as between Calgary and Deer Lake. "These routes bring greater choice to our guests across the country and make it easier for Canadians to access our expanding transatlantic [...]

2025-04-22T21:01:44+03:00April 23rd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

Personalized and intuitive: Redesigned American Airlines mobile app focuses on making the journey as enjoyable as the destination

Source: American Airlines New platform and modern design set the foundation for future app upgrades The app’s more intuitive design will help customers navigate their trip planning with ease and is now optimized for a seamless iPad experience. AAdvantage® members will enjoy a dedicated section within the app to provide more visibility into their progress toward status and rewards. A more personalized home screen gives customers a quick glance at near-term travel as well as their standing in the AAdvantage® program. Customers traveling with American Airlines will start to enjoy the airline’s redesigned mobile app as it rolls out through the end of May. The airline is revamping the app to fulfill customers’ most-requested features. A redesigned look and feel [...]

2025-04-22T16:27:58+03:00April 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

ITA Airways mourns the passing of Pope Francis

Source: ITA Airways The Company recalls the Apostolic Journeys in which it had the honour of accompanying him ITA Airways joins in the grief of the universal Church and the world community for the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. The Pontiff embodied the values of mercy and solidarity, bringing the Church closer to all with special attention to anyone in need. His commitment to dialogue, peace, the environment and attention to the weakest members of society is a precious legacy. ITA Airways has had the honour of supporting the Pontiff's ecumenical mission on thirteen Apostolic Journeys, the first to Cyprus in December 2021, just less than two months after the company began operations, passing through more distant destinations such [...]

2025-04-22T16:44:04+03:00April 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|

WestJet Cargo celebrates significant growth in belly cargo business and outlines strategic network shifts and digital initiatives

Source: WestJet WestJet Cargo celebrates significant growth in belly cargo business and outlines strategic network shifts and digital initiatives WestJet’s cargo business celebrated a highly successful 2024, marked by growth across multiple fronts. The airline saw a surge in belly cargo demand, expanded its network with new routes and partnerships and embraced digital innovation to enhance the customer experience. “WestJet’s belly cargo business has emerged as a key driver of success for WestJet Cargo, with a 60 per cent year-over-year increase in revenue,” said Kirsten de Bruijn, WestJet Executive Vice President, Cargo. “We’ve seen strong performance on key routes like Narita-Calgary Incheon-Calgary.” While the airline recently confirmed it would eventually phase out its four dedicated freighters, it is committed to [...]

2025-04-22T16:42:00+03:00April 22nd, 2025|AIRLINES, News|